What is Human Trafficking?

Human trafficking is a modern-day form of SLAVERY. Victims of human trafficking are subjected to force, fraud, or coercion, for the purpose of sexual exploitation or forced labor. Commercial sex acts may be induced by force, fraud or coercion or exploit any child under 18 years of age. Many victims are forced to work off a debt to the trafficker, and are not allowed to leave or contact anyone they know.
NOTE: Victims need not be transported from one location to another.

Who are the Victims?

Victims can be anyone!

Young children, teenagers, men and women.

All races and genders.

All over the world, including here in California.

Victims find themselves in a vulnerable situation and are taken advantage of by someone who promises them money or promises to take care of them.

What are some indicators of Human Trafficking?

Victims find themselves in a vulnerable situation and are taken advantage of by someone who promises them money or promises to take care of them.

Victim shows signs of:

trauma, fatigue, injury, or other evidence of poor care and hygiene, including signs of sexual abuse and psychological damage.

Victim is withdrawn, afraid to talk, or his or her communication is censored by another person.

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